Pride flags, rainbow merchandise, pride-themed social media posts, and ads tailored to the LGBTQIA+ community — how many of these can you check off your organization’s Pride month bingo card? While companies prominently display these […]
Category: Diversity & Inclusion
Championing DE&I: A Blueprint for Workplace Success
In today’s fiercely competitive business landscape, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) have evolved beyond mere corporate buzzwords to become indispensable components of a flourishing workplace. Through my years of experience, I have always believed that […]
Equality in the Workplace
Breaking Down Barriers and Inspiring Inclusion Amidst all the chatter of diversity and inclusion initiatives, organizations are increasingly striving to present themselves as progressive, inclusive environments where women flourish. Yet, beyond a surface-level inclusion that […]
The DE&I Is In The Details – A Look at Equity On The Shopfloor
In the midst of ever-present discourse on diversity in the corporate sector, the information that is readily available and accessible is also extremely fragmented and unidimensional. Not only do most conversations today revolve around corporate […]
From Exclusion to Empowerment: The Transformative Potential of Internship Programs
By creating work environments that appreciate and accept people’s differences, providing fair chances for everyone, and implementing fair policies, organizations can make the most of the diverse talent pool that is out there. While organizations implement various strategies such as policies, educational sessions, and inclusive practices, internships have emerged as a highly effective and transformative way to foster DEI.
Pride Beyond June: Sustaining LGBTQ+ Inclusion Year-round
In recent years, the colorful spectacles of Pride Month have become increasingly common in the corporate landscape, with companies updating new brand logos painted in rainbow colors as soon as 1st of June dawns. While […]
The Many Faces of Motherhood: An Ode to ‘all’ mothers
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the extraordinary women who have made a profound impact on our lives. For many of us, the term ‘mother’ may suggest a specific image – a biological mother or a mother who has been present in our lives from birth. But the reality is that motherhood comes in many different forms, and there are countless ways to be a loving, nurturing, and supportive parent. From single moms to same-sex couples, from transgender mothers to dads who play the role of ‘mom,’ the diversity of motherhood is something to be celebrated and cherished. It is important to recognize that the love, care, and sacrifice that come with being a parent transcend biology, gender, and family structure.
Mind Matters: Redefining Workplace Culture to Support Mental Health
Mental health. We’ve all heard the buzzwords – self-care, mindfulness, therapy – but honestly, mental health is so much more than that. It is a deeply personal experience that affects individuals in unique and complex […]
Love in the Workplace: Exploring the Grey Areas of Office Romance
Office Romance. Those two small words are enough to evoke different emotions, ranging from intrigue to worry, to indifference to disapproval, and more. Navigating love in the workplace is a tricky business that’s been around […]
ERG: An acronym you should know
One of the most rewarding experiences of working in a startup is that there’s a first to everything and everything you do makes a difference. This March when we came together to celebrate the eventful […]
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